2006 Honda City 1.5V 1.5 VTEC

Summary:

Best locally available sub-compact sedan

Faults:

None so far.

General Comments:

Good:

1. Great Engine for the buck!

It's a mere 1.5L w/c still requires break-in, and yet, it performs way better than my Lancer GLXi w/a 1.6L engine. Driving uphill to Tagaytay, w/4 adults and 1 child, it zooms upward at 80KMH with ease. And I am barely stepping on the accelerator.

2. Comfortable, yet sporty suspension - Even if I sometimes couldnt stay away form road cracks and pot holes, its no problem as the suspension absorbs the impact like a Nissan Super Salon. Yet, it will not understeer on tight corners.

3. 7 speed mode w/manual shifting capability rocks! - Lately, I've been a lazy driver who prefers a no-brainer automatic over sporty manual. But manual shifting capability allows me to cut through some rude Truck Drivers who hogs the road at low speed while trying to prevent you from overtaking.

4. Optitron Gauges keeps you posted on all critical information.

5. Acceptable Aircon Performance.

6. Ample legroom considering it's a sub-compact.

7. Very Silent Cabin.

CONS:

1. Very minimal feedback from Electronic Power Steering.

2. YOU CAN'T SEE THE FRONT/HOOD - Dashboard is a bit higher than usual and too "deep". With its sloped hood, you cannot see the hood no matter how high you adjust the seats. Makes you think twice before squeezing on tight corners.

3. Poor Audio Sound System - Speakers is barely acceptable, MP3 player is too weak, with only bass and trebel control. No Remote.

18th Feb 2007, 07:24

My first complaint about this car is the noise coming from the transmission( service adviser word). The sound is very irritating. Noise is heard as soon as you reach 70 kph, and it stays from that speed onwards. The second complaint is the knocking sound whenever you step on the brake lightly. When brought for service, I was informed that they just cleaned the brake system. The knocking sound will go away for about 3 weeks, then it will come back again. This has been going through for more than a year already. Honda has no clear explanation about this knocking sound.